Anne-Marie Diouf

Symetra announced the appointment of Anne-Marie Diouf as senior vice president and chief human resources officer, effective July 1, 2019. Headquartered in Bellevue, Symetra is a national provider of life insurance, annuities, and employee benefits.

Under Ms. Diouf’s oversight, Symetra has successfully implemented several best-in-class programs, including a new career framework, continuous performance management and recognition, and inclusive health benefits. She heads the company’s diversity, equity and inclusion strategy and initiatives, and is a member of the Chief Operations Office, an interdisciplinary group of senior leaders responsible for enterprise-wide operational health, which includes differentiating Symetra by creating an engaged employee experience. In her new role, Ms. Diouf will also lead Symetra’s workplace services, business continuity and corporate security departments, in addition to her human resources responsibilities.

“I am excited to have Anne-Marie step into this new role and drive Symetra’s HR strategy forward as we strive to be an employer of choice in our Pacific Northwest headquarters, in the communities we serve, and across our industry,” said Margaret Meister, president and chief executive officer of Symetra Financial Corporation. “Anne-Marie and her teams are at the heart of how Symetra’s culture is evolving to meet the diverse needs of our current and future workforce. The talented people we attract and retain will fuel our growth and success for years to come.”

Ms. Diouf joined Symetra in 2000 as a human resources representative. She was promoted to vice president in 2010.